OEM 2000 Cadillac Catera Brake Line

2000 Cadillac Catera Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Rear Brake Line on 2000 Cadillac Catera?

  A: The vehicle must be securely raised before starting the rear brake pipe replacement process. The hose and brake pipe fittings must be cleaned thoroughly of any dirt and foreign substances. Begin by removing the steering gear shield shield bolt and nut followed by steering gear shield removal. Start by separating the intermediate brake pipe from both its points of attachment at the electronic brake control module (EBCM) and the differential's rear t-fitting. Then disconnect the pipe from its underbody clips. Fasten the intermediate brake pipe to the underbody clips before linking it toward the rear t-fitting near the differential using a torque of 16 nm (12 ft. Lbs.). Use a torque wrench to tighten the intermediate brake pipe fitting to 16 nm (12 ft. Lbs.) while connecting it to the ebcm. The installation of intermediate brake pipe sections should include fitting them to brake pipe coupling before tightening the fitting to 16 nm (112 ft. Lbs.). Reinstall the steering gear shield followed by the steering gear shield bolt, which needs to be tightened to 8 nm (71 inch lbs.) before the installation of the steering gear shield nut that demands 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.) torque. Bleed out the hydraulic brake system while also lowering the vehicle.